Picking up Momentum

Today has been a very productive day! It started with my first Insanity workout at my Fit Club. There were 4 of us there dying! LOL. I didn't have a babysitter but the girls were great and stayed out of the way, for the most part.

I got a call from the local Senior Center. They are excited about my proposal to teach a free workout class once a week! I'm very excited about this! I'll be getting more information soon, and should be starting it up next week sometime.

I've got a few more contacts this week. And LOTS of feedback and interest. Also, my new youtube video hit over 125 views in 24 hours! YES!

Have I mentioned how much I LOVE what I do?? Where else can you work from home, do what you love AND help others to improve their quality of life (while also improving your own)?! If you are interested to know more please contact me (leave a comment with your contact info... don't worry I won't post it!).

P90X After Pics

I know this is late, but the holidays kind of got in the way. We are back in town now. My Shakeology cleanse went well. I ended up losing about 4 pounds. Not too shabby! And it was easy to travel while doing it too.

I finally got my P90X after pics taken. Consequently, they will be my Insanity before pics as well. :)

Here they are for you to preview. But keep in mind that I am going to be posting my updated youtibe video soon and you can see them there as well! (please do, since I'll need to get those "views" numbers up fast!)

(Also bear in mind that our iphoto is on the fritz and there are directly from the camera... what you see is what I got!)

Day 2

Still going great. No problems so far. Just when I feel really hungry... it's time for another shake!

On a side note: I've been updating my Transformation video today. It's a bit more hardcore than the first. Pretty much set to plug in some after pics and a few videos of me doing pullups or something... I think I'll ask on FB what people would want to "see" that I can do now...

Cleanse Day 1

Today I started the Shakeology Cleanse. So far it hasn't been bad at all. I'm feeling great (and maybe a little more energetic than normal). It's been hard to NOT workout, but it's for the best! I'm suppose to drink green tea, but I HATE tea and so I'm skippping that part :) Otherwise, everything seems to be going smoothly. I've got my chicken broiling in a pot and the smell is tantalizing!! The salad is made and ready to go... now to figure out what to make for my family to eat!! Not the best of circumstances to have to feed my family one thing while I eat another... but I'm getting use to it. I'm thinking they'll get leftovers from the weekend, anyway...

Why Do I Coach? Think BIG!!

I am a "Coach" for Beachbody. Yes, it is true, I get paid to help others. But the money is a perk. I am loving this opportunity to help others. I get to show people that it is NOT impossible to dream big and reach their goals!! I have finally found an outlet where I get to help others while doing what I have a passion for: fitness and health.

My entire life I have been athletic and a self motivator. I have struggled with weight each time I had another baby (4 times now). But I always got back to where I wanted to be, but not where I dreamed of being. Until this last year I didn't know it was possible! I am so grateful to our close friend who brought Beachbody (or more accurately: P90X) into our lives! I don't even think he is a coach, but he has helped us more that even he probably knows!! By being a coach myself I am paying it forward. I am here to help those who WANT help. I can't help someone who won't help themself, but I am here for them whenever they decide they are ready! If you want it bad enough I can steer you in the direction for success.

Now, I started with P90X. It was a bit extreme, epecially considering my level of fitness at the time (zero muscle and lots of fat), but I did it! There are other programs out there of varying levels of difficulty. It is not always optimal to start out extreme... that is how injuries happen which can result in discouragement and quitting. I say, start where you are comfortable. Maybe you just want to change your diet at first (Shakeology is a great and easy way to start!) and lose some initial weight. Or maybe you want to start with a good intense 6 week program (such as Slim in 6) or Power 90 (the prequel to P90X). Wherever you're at, I can help you find what you're looking for. And right now, there is a great deal on Challenge Packs. You can get a fitness program, Shakeology and a membership upgrade on your Teambeachbody account. And if you decide you want to be a coach it's free! All of which, save you $70 from the retail price! I have not seen a deal like it!

Another perk lately has been the chance to get in touch with old friends I haven't seen in years. I get to catch up with them and help them reach their goals. It doesn't get much more rewarding than that!!

And if you're reading this, and you're still on the fence. You want to... but you just don't know. Let me give you a few of my reasons why I started P90X (and eventually coaching):

1.) Weight loss

2.) None of my clothes fit... so embarassing!

3.) The winters here are terrible. I couldn't just go for a jog outside like I could before we moved here.

4.) With 4 kids it's not exactly easy to run over to the gym and workout... it would take an entire day to get ready, get them ready, drop off or pick up from school, scrounge change for the babysitting, baby needs a nap, yada, yada. It made me TIRED just THINKING about it!!

5.) I didn't WANT to workout anywhere that someone would SEE me (AKA in a gym or jogging on the side of the road)

6.) I overdid it on the holiday treats.

7.) I weighed MORE than my hubby. HIS clothes wouldn't even fit me!!!!

8.) Double chin (need I say more??)

9.) Depression: there were days (most of them) I didn't want to get out of bed and have to confront myself

10.) Now, here is the kicker for me: (warning: this gets a little personal)

One day as I was getting out of the shower I looked out the window (There was a house there that was vacant almost year round) and for some reason there was a truck with 2 men. I didn't have my contacts in, but was pretty sure they were looking right at me. Deer in headlights moment. I think they were there to mow the lawn or something... I was MORTIFIED!! I could NOT BELIEVE that someone had seen me in my condition: the fattest I have ever been in my life! I can only imagine the nasty image burned into their retnas for the rest of their days!!

To make matters worse, I only had one pair of pants that fit me. They were jeans that had elastic in them or something, and were extrememly stretchy. They looked small but would streeeeetch around my mass. One day after running errands all day, my daughter asked me what my underwear looked like. I thought it was a funny question and laughed then asked why. She said that I had a hole in my pants. Sure enough, it wasn't JUST a hole, it was a 2 inch wide rip from the top all the way down my rear!! I could NOT believe that she chose to tell me AT THE END of the day. I asked her how long it had been like that... ALL DAY!

Yeah, I'd have to say that was the turning point! Something HAD TO BE DONE! I decided I was going to go full throttle. No exceptions, no excuses. Never give up, never surrender!!

It has been TOUGH, but I have never waivered since. Sure I was scared to death (that it wouldn't work), I was so sore I thought my body was on fire the entire 1st month. There were times I would cry through a workout 'cause it was so hard (and I remember being able to do some of these things before without a problem, such as jumping jacks). It was definitely a humbling experience... but I saw improvement EVERY day. It was like crack, it got so addicting. I couldn't wait to see what I could do the next day. After awhile I started to amaze myself! I felt great about who I was and what I was accomplishing. I didn't look how I wanted to yet, but in my mind I was already there... until eventually I WAS there!! I AM there. I just finished reading "The Magic of Thinking Big" and it is so true, you can accomplish WHATEVER you decide to accomplish. Your successes and failures are of your own choosing! I feel I have grown so much in this last year. Not just physically, but mentally. Things are much clearer to me. I hope that I can help someone else who is where I was at, to find their dreams and make them a reality!! Anything is possible!!

If you made it all the way through this novel, you have already started your journey to success. Contact me and we can do it together! My email is: joshandjenivey@gmail.com

2nd Round of P90X... DONE!

Well, I just finished up my 2nd round. Loving my results!! I am now 120 lbs... the exact size and weight I was at in High School when I played soccer (I would lose weight in the offseason). Although, I'm sure I'm in better shape now since I can do pullups and pushups... which I never could do before!

I'm putting off starting Insanity until next week. I was at a loss as to what to do (maintenance wise) until then. My husband came up with a great idea (he always does!!), I'm going to do a 3 day Shakeology Cleanse.

I have never done this before. It should be fairly simple though. Since I don't smoke, drink alchohol or caffeinated beverages, and therefor I won't have to worry about withdrawls. (But this "cleanse" is a great way to help overcome those obstacles if they are something you struggle with.)

It is pretty simple: have 3 "shakes" a day and a chicken dinner with salad at night (and you can include one fruit into the day if you need to) along with green tea. I have heard it is common to lose around 5+ pounds doing this.

If this sounds like something you want to do, then check out my facebook page (http://facebook.com/XtremeMother/) and send me a message. After Thanksgiving is a very popular time to do it (especially if you're feeling guilt about overeating for the holiday!) I'll be taking some updated photos soon so be on the lookout!

Shakeology Sample Time!

Alright, I've got some Shakeology samples for those who are interested! Leave a comment with your name, email and mailing addresses and what interests you most about Shakeology. (Please only request one sample per household and only if you are TRULY interested in the product. Each sample I send out costs me around $4-6. Thanks!) To learn more about Shakeology you can go here: http://myshakeology.com/jenniferiv/

Integrity

Wow, I have been bombarded with hearing some unsavory things about other MLMs. To tell you the truth, it really saddens me. It only takes one bad experience to turn someone off forever... even to good products and companies! There are definitely some companies (and people) out there who are just out to make a quick buck, and they don't mind selling you pond scum if it gets them some major $$. Here's my take on that: better enjoy that money while it's coming in 'cause it won't last! If your purpose is all about money and not about the good of the people you are serving then you are DOOMED to fail!

Why do I do what I do? Why do I workout everyday? Why do I share it with EVERYONE I come in contact with? There is no point in me running after people for a few dollars here and there. Why would I want to do that? I want to inspire others and have them approach me for help. If they don't want it then they won't stick to it. Why would I sell something to someone when they don't want it. Or worse, if it wasn't good for them! I have done my research and I am positive that Shakeology's health benefits are unmatched. I have seen results from both the Beachbody workouts and Shakeology... no photoshopping needed!

First of all, I agree with serving people. It's all about service. What do I have to offer? How can I help this person? And do they REALLY want help? It's pointless to try to help someone who isn't ready to help themselves. And I'm not about to give them all kinds of untruths or fake facts in order to make a sale. The products and services I provide are 100% for their benefit... Let's face it, I probably wouldn't make a great "salesman" because I won't sell just anything. The products and programs I use and enjoy are the ones I wholeheartedly endorse.

This morning as I came home I noticed the nice lady across the street unloading groceries. I thought, I bet she could use some help. So I walked over and we started chatting. I found out her daughter has been diagnosed with less than 6 months to live. I was shocked, her daughter is my age! By serving this woman I felt the instant sensation of caring for her and wanting to help her and her daughter. Of course I shared information about Shakeology with her. How could I not, knowing of the benefits it has. I'm not saying it cures fatal diseases... but what if it could? What if she is able to have longer than 6 months because I decided to help her mother unload her groceries??

That is why I am a Beachbody Coach. I love being able to help, serve, inspire, and teach others how to better themselves and make their lives more fullfilling. Money comes and goes, but relationships last forever! I continue to be amazed at the integrity of this company and am happy to share in the mission to End the Trend of Obesity! Let me know if you want to learn more about Shakeology or becoming a coach.

My Kind of "Weight" Problem :)

Wow! Today I am sore!

Probably my own fault... did 2 workouts yesterday. My friend came over to workout and I just couldn't resist... then I decided to up my weights... A LOT. My biceps are not happy with me... definitely feeling it now! May have had something to do with not getting ANY "recovery" sleep last night because the baby was having tummy issues. Poor girl (her not me... well, me too I guess) Hopefully it won't mess up my Volleyball game tonight!! Planning on getting myself some sweet volleyball shorts soon... why didn't I think of it sooner? Oh wait, 'cause it's FREEZING around these parts!!

Are you INSANE??

So as my 90 days are winding down, I'm looking to the horizon. What next? Is there life after P90X?? Haha.

I'm thinking of doing a round of Insanity next. Only 60 days... seems doable... except when I watch this video... makes me nervous and excited too...! Anyone want to join me??

Self Discipline Affects Self-Esteem

I really enjoyed the book "Eat That Frog". Here's a little excerpt:

Elbert Hubbard defined self discipline as "the ability to make yourself do what you should do, when you should do it, whether or not you feel like it or not."

In the final analysis, success in any area requires tons of discipline. Self-discipline, self-mastery, and self-control are the basic building blocks of character and high performance.

Starting a high priority task and persisting with that task until it is 100% complete is the true test of your character, your willpower, and your resolve. Persistence is actually self-discipline in action. The good news is that the more you discipline yourself to persist on a major task, the more you like and respect yourself, and the higher your self esteem. And the more you like and respect yourself, the easier it is for youto discipline yourself to be more persistent.

Challenge Group FAQs

What makes Beachbody Challenge Groups so effective?

I'm a big proponent of challenges. They are highly motivational, and everyone who participates tends to commit themselves even more by being together. When you are in a small group, communication is much easier, you hold eachother accountable, and push eachother more than if you were in a larger group. And you can always count on some serious competition, forcing you to achieve better results than you could've otherwise. When you have competition, encouragement, accountability, and support from 5 other people it is literally a recipe for success! If you truly want to acheive your fitness goals, you're not going to find a better way than in a Challenge Group!

How do I join a challenge group? The first thing you need to do is make me your coach if I'm not already. As you may not know, it is free to make me your coach (click here to do so). By making me your coach, you will have constant access to me. I'm here to answer questions and give support. I will be checking in daily with each challenge group.

Next, you have to be taking Shakeology and using a Beachbody program (such as P90X, Insanity, Turbofire, etc...) The reason Shakeology is a requirement is because it is a product I use and believe in 100%. I recommend it to everyone I know, especially friends and family! If you want to get the best results, then you need to be using Shakeology every day, combined with a healthy diet and workout program. As of TODAY Beachbody just released new Challenge Packs that include Shakeology, a workout program, and a FREE 30 day club membership, all at a discounted price.

Once you purchase a Challenge Pack (or meet all the requirements), email me at joshandjenivey@gmail.com and I will pair you with 4 other people who have the same goals and are as commited as you are, I'll create our own exclusive Facebook group, and we'll get started!!

What will I need once I'm in a Challenge Group? The first thing you will need is to share your goals with me and everyone else in the challenge group. Once in the group, you will need to post daily that you've completed your workout, followed the diet, and ask any questions or provide support for the other members. While going through your journey, you're going to want to take photos every 2 weeks to share with the group. This way you can show your results and stay commited! If you want, you can hold certain challenges with your group as well. Such as who loses the most weight in 30 days.

Are there any Prizes? YES! Beachbody will be giving away daily, monthly, quarterly, and even a grand prize of $100,000 for those people with the best results! (Learn more about these prizes here)

I'm confident you're not going to find a better way to get results (that last) than by being a part of a Beachbody Challenge group! Unlimited support, constant encouragement, friendly competition, and some added prizes to motivate you to commit yourself to getting into the best shape of your life! I can hardly wait to help you reach your goals!!

Challenge Packs are here!!!

Alright, I don't know about you, but last nights Trick or Treating madness has earned us way too many fruits of our labors! You know what I mean: candy everywhere!! So, believe it or not, I'm throwing it out and recommiting! Who's with me? Today is a great day to do it too, 'cause the new Beachbody Challenge Packs are out! It's a great chance to get a screaming deal on Beachbody pruducts! You can go HERE to check it out. And if you join before the 5th I will include you into my elite challenge group, with other like minded people who will help inspire one another and stay accountable!